AC vs DC in TIG Welding: What the Difference Means
Step into the world of TIG welding as we unveil the crucial differences between AC and DC—discover which one is right for your next project!
Category Automotive Welding Guide
Your complete guide to automotive welding with Ryan Mitchell — a 38-year-old professional welder with 17+ years of real-world experience in collision repair, custom fabrication, and classic car restoration.
In this category, Ryan breaks down everything you need to know: MIG, TIG, spot, stick, and resistance welding techniques, weld joints and types, common defects (porosity, undercut, burn-through, etc.), troubleshooting tips, welding parameters, materials, and all the essential terms every auto tech and DIYer should master.
Whether you’re repairing a daily driver, building a custom chassis, or restoring a vintage muscle car, you’ll find clear, practical, shop-floor advice designed to help you weld stronger, smarter, and safer.
New articles added regularly. Start learning today and take your automotive welding skills to the next level.
The Right Order to Weld Auto Body Panels for Less Distortion
Go step by step to weld auto body panels with less distortion, and discover the key order that keeps metal straight and clean.
Wire Feed Speed in MIG Welding: What It Means
Discover how wire feed speed quietly shapes MIG weld quality—and why getting it wrong can ruin everything.
Why Your Welder Overheats and How to Prevent It
Get insights on why your welder overheats and discover essential prevention tips to keep your equipment running smoothly. Don't let overheating ruin your projects!
Why Your Welder Keeps Tripping the Breaker
Find out why your welder keeps tripping the breaker and discover essential tips to prevent future issues that could disrupt your work.
Why Your TIG Weld Isn’t Fusing and How to Fix It
Master the art of TIG welding by uncovering the hidden reasons your welds aren't fusing—discover the key adjustments that could transform your results.
Why Your TIG Tungsten Gets Contaminated and How to Fix It
Avoid contamination of your TIG tungsten with proper techniques and discover essential tips that could dramatically improve your welding results. What could you be missing?
Why Your Spot Welder Isn’t Making Good Welds
Many factors can hinder your spot welder’s performance—discover what’s affecting your welds and how to fix it effectively.
Why Your MIG Welder Isn’t Feeding Wire and How to Fix It
Knowing why your MIG welder isn't feeding wire could save your project; discover the common issues and essential fixes inside.
Why Welding Aluminum to Steel Is Difficult to Do
Grappling with the challenges of welding aluminum to steel reveals critical issues that can compromise joint integrity—discover the solutions to ensure success.